Get no respect? Here’s how to elevate our profession

Broker-owner Butch Leiber offers tips for providing a higher level of service to clients and conveying a higher level of professionalism to the public. Continue reading

What The Opportunity Report says about commission compression

The sequel to the 2015 “DANGER Report” details 20 opportunities in a changing industry. In the first of a 2-part series, Carl Medford applies its findings to agents, teams and brokerages. Continue reading

Is good news finally on the horizon for the real estate industry?

Bernice Ross talks with Patrick Stone, chairman and founder of Williston Financial, about interest rates, new construction and the 2024 election. Continue reading

Local MLSs are doomed. The case for data consolidation in real estate

The thing holding many local MLSs in place is a desire for power and control rather than seeking the best for real estate agents and brokers, writes Mainframe Real Estate founder Sean Frank. Continue reading

The race to the bottom is about to begin in the real estate industry

According to New Orleans Realtor Grant Clayton, it’s time for the real estate industry to stop arguing about what’s best for agents and lean in by doing what’s best for clients. Continue reading

11 realities that make today’s market spookier than ever

From clients who ghost you to security concerns and more, the ever-changing real estate industry can be a pretty scary place. Broker Cara Ameer lays out some of the things you need to watch out for now. Continue reading

Being in the real estate industry is the best gift you can give yourself

According to broker-owner Phillip Cantrell, being a real estate practitioner is one of the most important careers in our entire economy. Here’s why. Continue reading

The secrets to build a long-lasting real estate career

If you want to establish a solid foundation for a long-lasting business, what you do in the first 100 days will affect your career for years to come. Continue reading